Letterkenny Hotels

Where to stay in Letterkenny

Central Letterkenny

Staying in central Letterkenny offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. This bustling hub puts travellers right in the heart of the action, with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment options. You’ll find a range of popular hotel options, ideal for those who prefer to be in the centre of it all. Whether you fancy a night out at a local pub or a leisurely meal at a cosy restaurant, central Letterkenny has you covered.

Near Letterkenny Town Park

For those seeking a bit of peace and quiet, the area near Letterkenny Town Park is a haven of tranquillity. It’s an excellent spot for families, boasting family-friendly hotels that cater to all ages. With the park's lush landscapes right on your doorstep, outdoor activities abound, from leisurely strolls to more energetic pursuits.

Close to Letterkenny Shopping Centre

If shopping is your holiday sport of choice, then staying close to the Letterkenny Shopping Centre is a no-brainer. This area offers mid-range hotel options, perfect for shopaholics seeking comfort and convenience. Besides the obvious perks of shopping till you drop, these hotels often provide additional amenities tailored for a relaxing post-shopping retreat.

By the Wild Atlantic Way

For those who can't resist a good view, hotels by the Wild Atlantic Way offer some of the most breathtaking scenic views in Letterkenny. This area is known for its luxury and boutique accommodations, perfect for a bit of indulgence. It's an ideal spot for nature lovers, with the dramatic coastal scenery providing a stunning backdrop to any stay.

Near Letterkenny Institute of Technology

Business travellers will find the area near Letterkenny Institute of Technology to be just the ticket. With budget-friendly accommodation and excellent connectivity, it’s a pragmatic choice for those in town for work. The transport links are top-notch, making it easy to move between meetings and explore the local area in any downtime.

Letterkenny outskirts

For a more serene escape, the Letterkenny outskirts offer quiet and peaceful stays away from the hustle and bustle. Here, unique and boutique hotels provide a charming retreat. It's the perfect base for exploring the nearby countryside, where one can discover hidden gems and enjoy the natural beauty of the area without the crowds.

Outdoors

The area surrounding Letterkenny is renowned for its natural beauty; spanning beaches, lakes, forests and rugged mountains. Within easy driving distance of the city is Glenveagh National Park, covering 16,000 hectares that include the dramatic Derryveagh Mountains and the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. You could happily spend weeks hiking around the national park, travelling from vast lakes to the peatlands of Lough Bara bog.

Whether you're a keen angler or a first-time fisher, Donegal Angling Centre offers the best guidance on those looking to take advantage of the many rivers and lakes in the area – full of salmon and trout. For something a little less wild, Lurgybrack Farm is a great place to take the family, where kids can come face to face with a number of different animals before relaxing beside the river with a picnic.

The vast outdoor landscape surrounding Letterkenny make is an ideal place to play a round of golf. Letterkenny Golf Club offers one of Ireland's 18-hole courses, set in magnificent parkland.

Indoors

To learn about the history of the area head to Country Donegal Museum, featuring an exceptional range of exhibitions containing a wealth of over 8,000 different artefacts. With objects ranging from the prehistoric to the present day, you could easy spend a few hours exploring the museum.

If you're travelling with family, Arena7 has an impressive amount of entertainment on offer, from laser quest and indoor play areas to bowling and karaoke bars. Tropical World @ Alcorns is another great destination if you have kids in tow, with 1,000 square metres to explore and an enormous variety of butterflies, reptiles, tortoises and birds to encounter. Dizzy Rascals has plenty of indoor play areas for kids to enjoy and Letterkenny Karting Centre is one of the longest Go Karting tracks in the whole of Ireland.

Shopping

Letterkenny is an ideal destination if you're looking for a spot of retail therapy, with three main shopping centres: the Courtyard Shopping Centre, the Forte Shopping Centre and the Letterkenny Shopping Centre. If boutique shops and independent stores are more your thing, Main Street has a range of unique retailers to peruse.

Nightlife

When the sun sets Letterkenny's nightlife comes alive. Offering some of the best bars and clubs in County Donegal, the city is a mecca for local partygoers and lovers of live music. Voodoo Lounge is one of Ireland's leading music venues, while The Central Bar is a welcoming place to unwind with a pint of Guinness. If you're looking to dance late into the night, The Pulse Niteclub has multiple dance floors and Ink Nite Club attracts some of the biggest names in music.

Further afield

A short drive east and across the border into Northern Ireland will take you to Derry, the second largest city in Northern Ireland after Belfast. Travelling west into the countryside will put you within easy reach of a number of national parks and nature reserves, from Glenveagh National Park to Meenmore West Bog.